Steven Christopher Sessa

Steven Christopher Sessa

4.5
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

901 N Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL

About Steven

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Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

If you have been charged with a crime, then you need help immediately. The legal team at the Law Offices of Steven C. Sessa in West Palm Beach, Florida, provides premium criminal defense services to those charged with driving under the influence/driving while intoxicated (DUI/DWI), drug trafficking, and other criminal offenses. Focused on protecting and preserving your Constitutional rights and offering individualized attention, Steve C. Sessa, P.A., is ready to fight for you.

32 years

55%
DUI and DWI 25%

If you have been accused of driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, the legal team at the Law Offices of Steven C. Sessa is ready to defend you. We are dedicated to providing you with quality, professional legal services designed to deliver optimum results. If you are facing DUI charges in Florida, Steve C Sessa, P.A., will represent your best interests in every manner.

32 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

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Law Offices of Steven Christopher Sessa

901 N Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401-3711

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Steven Christopher Sessa's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Ms. McCray | May 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Steven Sassa is Simply The BEST….

With life’s idiosyncrasies I needed the absolute BEST attorney, with a wide array of: Knowledge, Skilfulness and Abilities to defend my case. I chose Steven Sassa, why? With a track record like Mr. Sassa’s thirty (30) plus years in his field it was a no brainier. Mr. Sassa wilfully demonstrated how ...capable he was/is by getting the job done with the BEST outcome for me/us. Mr. Sassa’s unfathomable composure, bamboozling, his opponents and audience is rather captivating, a site to behold. Mere words cannot express my sincere gratitude towards Mr. Sassa for the BEST attorney in defending my case, and soon to your case…Again, if you are looking for THE BEST to masterfully defend your case, then look no further, Mr. Steven Sassa will get you incredible results and prove why you should choose him.

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2024 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mr.

Even before we entered the courtroom, Mr. Sessa's exemplary professionalism, extensive expertise, and prompt responsiveness stood out. However, it was during the court proceedings that his performance truly shone. Prior to my case, as I observed other attorneys in action, Mr. Sessa's demeanor transfo...rmed the atmosphere entirely. With an impressive blend of charisma and legal acumen, he effortlessly commanded attention, rendering his peers seemingly inexperienced in comparison. His ability to captivate the entire room underscored his mastery of the craft, leaving an indelible impression on me.

Posted by Beverly | October 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Seemed hopeless until Steven Sessa took my case and turned it into a dismissal

I hired Attorney Steven C Sessa in July 2014. My husband and have used his services four times with excellent results. In July of 2014 I was charged with four serious felonies in Martin County Fl. The prosecutor wanted to skip my due process and send me to prison for the three years minimum sentence.... My bond was set at $130,000.00. Steven got this reduced to $26,000.00. Mr.Sessa was a lawyer from another county. In Martin County, this automatically put him and my case at a disadvantage. For six months it looked like the state had an iron clad case against me. Mr. Sessa worked tirelessly and eventually formulated an entrapment defense. His unprecedented understanding of law and research is the only reason this was uncovered. He was nothing short of amazing. Month after month he worked toward the goal of proving his case. He wrote and won countless motions for discovery, and subpoenaed then deposed the informant that was used by the police, the detectives, and other witnesses. He kept winning. The tables began to turn in my favor. Mr. Sessa then wrote a motion for dismissal, It was so well written, and reading it convinced me that I had a real shot. Finally on the afternoon before my court appearance for motion to dismiss, my husband phoned me to tell me that I would not be appearing that next morning. I was not expecting the next words from him, but never the less there it was, "your case has been dismissed"!!! I was overwhelmed to say the least. I will say without a shadow of a doubt that my attorney is nothing short of amazing. He was an 'outsider' attorney in a very conservative county and he worked a miracle! He did something that in Martin County is unheard of!!!! Attorney Steven Sessa is and will always be my Hero!!!!!

Posted by Christopher | September 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Criminal Defense Lawyer

Steven Sessa is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. I was arrested on July of 2016 and the case went to trial and Mr. Sessa did an excellent job of representing me and helping understand a trial process. Throughout the whole period of the case Mr. Sessa did a great job of communinacting with me and... my parents. My family and I were very happy with Steven Sessa and his service!

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

facing 3 felony charges and 10 to 20 statutes.

On March 31st 2014, I got arrested and was charge with Aggravated Assault with a deadly weapon and Firing a a firearm within a moving vehicle. At that time my family and I were in dire need of a good but affordable attorney; and Steven Sessa was whom my family and I chose to represent our legal matt...ers. Steve tells you exactly how it is and what you should and need to know. No sugarcoating. Once hired, he proceeded to work on the case as soon ASAP and always trying his best get the case to drop. He truly cares about his clients. The first deal the state offered me was a 3 years prison or we could go to trial, but if we lose face 20 years in prision, we rejected the plea. After many motions, depositions of the witness, victim, and the arresting officer to prove to the state that they can't prove their charges the state still refused to drop the case and didn't want to corporate with us with a lesser deal or a case dismissal. Steve kept working as hard as he could do resolve the case which would be in our favor. Many motions were filed just so that the state would be able to prove the charges and they couldn't. Steve would always show up to court with me and ready to fight and represent for me. A year and a few months after rejecting many plea deals in order to solve the case, Steve was able to get the state to only charge me with "Discharging a firearm in public" which is a 1st degree misdemeanor. The reason he couldn't get the whole case to drop was due to my confession to the police officers I made during my arrest which I confessed that I did discharge the weapon but there was never any act of aggravated assault occurred nor any crimes being committed, but the state believed otherwise. Also, Steve was willing to work with me and my family in regards to payment and not once stopped working on the case because he didn't get paid. Even when we owed him, he continued to defend my case. Steve really knows his stuff and very knowledgeable in what he does. Finally, I was charge with a misdemeanor and not felonies. I didn't have to do any probation, prison, jail time or pay a fine. I just had to pay standard court cost. So, On April 24th of 2015 I walked out the court house and everything was over with. As a result, my family and I shall forever thank Steve and his team for helping me get through this without any jail, prison or probation. I certainly will never forget what he has done for me and i my family. I would recommend Steve to anyone or family members and friends of mine.

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Steven Christopher Sessa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Deirdre Marroney

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have referred Steve Sessa clients of mine that needed a criminal defense attorney. He has always handled these cases with professionalism and expertise and obtained positive results for the client."

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Glenn Cameron

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an excellent criminal attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. He is conscientious, caring and puts his client's interests above all else. Terrific litigator and consummate professional."

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Cynthia Pyfrom

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Steve for over 17 years and know him to be one of the most compassionate, smart, determined and motivated lawyers I have ever met. I would recommend him to anyone needing assistance with a DUI or any other criminal defense matter. You will not regret it. He is worth every single penny. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Orlando Gonzalez

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steven is an excellent lawyer! Most importantly, he is honest, caring and trustworthy. He works extremely hard for his clients and is second-to-none preparing his cases."

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Scott Reiter

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Steve for a few years and we've even worked cases together. I endorse Steve for all your criminal defense needs."

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Dave Roy

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Steve Sessa for approximately 20 years. Steve has been a co-counsel, friend and even my own lawyer. Steve's dedication and hard work have benefited me, my clients and our mutual clients tremendously. Steve is a local, "home-grown" attorney who not only knows the law, but he has strong ties to the community that make his representation extremely effective. In short, Steve gets the job done! I recommend Steve without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, Criminal Defense Private Practice

Associations

1992 - 2015

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)

Member

Education

1993

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Spanish

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